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usurpation

Definition of usurpation (English)

noun

  1. entry to another's property without right or permission
    sumber: wordnet30
  2. wrongfully seizing and holding (an office or powers) by force (especially the seizure of a throne or supreme authority)
    • a succession of generals who ruled by usurpation
    sumber: wordnet30
  3. The act of usurping, or of seizing and enjoying; an authorized, arbitrary assumption and exercise of power, especially an infringing on the rights of others; specifically, the illegal seizure of sovereign power; -- commonly used with of, also used with on or upon; as, the usurpation of a throne; the usurpation of the supreme power.
    sumber: webster1913